HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong’s controversial bullet train got off to a smooth start on Sunday, as hundreds of passengers whistled north across the border at speeds of up to 200 kph (125 mph), deepe... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s bullet train to China opens despite controversy, travels 120 mph to mainland
The new high-speed railway will travel at 200 kph (or 120 mph) to 44 destinations in the mainland and is expected to see an estimated 70 to 82 trains pass through Hong Kong's new West Kowloon station ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong express rail link launches amid controversy
A high-speed rail link has been launched in Hong Kong, connecting the territory with mainland China. The Express Rail Link connects Hong Kong to the southern Chinese city of Guangzhou in 40 minutes - ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Property Developers Sell Low on Rate Hike, More Supply
Property developers are cutting prices in Hong Kong to lure buyers amid the increasing downside risks in the world’s least-affordable housing market. Vanke Property Overseas Ltd. released 231 units of ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong opens high-speed rail link with mainland China
Hong Kong on Saturday opened a new high-speed rail link to inland China that will vastly decrease travel times but also raises concerns about Beijing's creeping influence over the semi-autonomous Chin... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong-born Canadian small business minister Mary Ng eyes China opportunities as trade ties fray with United States
Canada aims to boost exports to mainland China and Hong Kong and woo investment from both markets for Canadian companies seeking to expand their Asian footprint as it navigates an uncertain future wit... ( read original story ...)
Review: Hong Kong Airlines Business Class A330 Hong Kong to Bangkok
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Hong Kong dollar posts biggest increase against US dollar in 15 years, after China introduces plan to sell bills in city
The Hong Kong dollar on Friday posted its biggest gain against the US dollar since 2003, over concerns about tighter liquidity in the city, after the People’s Bank of China announced it would issue bi... ( read original story ...)
What is good for the Hong Kong dollar is bad for property markets
The Hong Kong dollar on Friday posted its biggest gain against the US dollar since 2003, over concerns about tighter liquidity in the city, after the People’s Bank of China announced it would issue bi... ( read original story ...)
Banking sector makes up 62pc of HK gross external debt
Hong Kong's gross external debt amounted to HK$13.05 trillion, or 472 percent of GDP, at the end of the second quarter, the Census and Statistics Department, reported. The banking sector accounted for ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Green Finance Association is Officially Launched at Today’s 2018 Green Finance Forum & Launch Ceremony
HONG KONG, Sept. 21, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The 2018 Green Finance Forum & Launch of the Hong Kong Green Finance Association was held at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange today, which marked the official ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong SFC announces green finance strategic framework
HONG KONG, Sept. 21 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) on Friday announced its strategic framework to contribute to the development of green finance in Hong Kong. A priori... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Dollar Jumps Most Since 2003 as Liquidity Tightens
Thanks to the currency peg, Hong Kong has little choice but to import U.S. monetary policy. Years of ultra low borrowing costs in the wake of the global financial crisis has helped fueled a housing bu... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Consumer Confidence Maintains Strong Amid Economic Uncertainties
HONG KONG, Sept. 21, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Hong Kong continues to present strong growth opportunities for consumer-centric businesses despite a moderate drop in the consumer confidence index from ... ( read original story ...)